Chapter 121

“Nothing,” Gwendolyn muttered to herself, her whole body warming with embarrassment as the image she had glimpsed earlier flashed in her mind.

It was a figure drawing. The features of the woman in the sketch were indistinct, but her form was elegantly defined, completely bared to the artist’s discerning eye.

The lines were drawn with a confident hand, each detail meticulously crafted. It was a testament to the artist’s dedication. The directness of the feminine body before her jolted Gwendolyn.

In the drawing, the woman’s pose was seductive, her allure unmistakable.

It was hard to tell if the subject was a sculpture or a real person. If she were real, Gwendolyn might have felt a twinge of envy. Even those studying art had to learn the intricacies of the human form.

But why would such a drawing be found in the Chadwick family’s studio?

“Marina, has Mr. Chadwick ever studied painting?” Gwendolyn inquired, her curiosity piqued.

While tidying up some picture frames, Marina answered, “The Chadwicks are cultured in all areas. Howard has passed the strictest exams in both violin and piano, with his piano. skills being professional.”

That was the way of the nobility to cultivate their offspring in all aspects of refinement.

Impressed, Gwendolyn remarked, “So he’s that talented.”

With a hint of regret, Marina continued, “Howard used to spend time in the studio every week, along with that Se… But since the accident, he hasn’t set foot here.”

to ask about the specifics

Howard, all she knew was that the accident had been orchestrated by Bainbridge.

happened on the day of the

smashing right into him. All he got was a measly two years, and Howard… he’s been stuck with crippled legs ever/since.

traffic offenses was not strict.

was willing

us? The Chadwick family

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a pang of sympathy. She wondered how much Bainbridge had paid the driver to take the fall. Bainbridge had gambled on the

every cloud has a silver lining,”

Marina said, “You’re right. You joining our family has

what happens, you and Howard will never part. It’s normal for young couples

She remembered the marriage agreement they had signed, which stipulated a

Marina

“I’ll stay with him until his legs

seemed appeased, “I’ll clean up the studio properly, just in case Howard feels like painting again someday.”

the stairs, her

Howard standing up

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